European Vacation Planning Map

Your European Vacation and the Tumbling Dollar - Should you go this Year?  You are here: About > Travel > Europe for Visitors Travel Go Europe Essentials European Vacation Planning Map Europe Travel 101 - Before you Go European Distances The Best of Europe European Photo Gallery Articles & Resources Europe Travel Planning What to do In Europe Lodging - Hotels and More European Travel Maps Sex and Nudism Travel Photography Transportation Benelux Countries France Germany Austria Switzerland Greece Italy and Malta Travel Info Scandinavian Travel Spain and Portugal United Kingdom and Ireland Buyer's Guide Before You Buy Top Picks Italy Travel Guidebooks Europe Travel Guidebooks German Travel Guidebooks Product Reviews Forums Help FREE Newsletter Sign Up Now for the Europe for Visitors newsletter! See Online Courses   Search Europe for Visitors Central Sardinia, where viewing ancient "Giant's Tombs" is free. James Martin Stay up to date! 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Sign Up Now! Feb 12 2004 Will my vacation be too exensive? Maybe not as expensive as you think! A reader asks: "Should we wait until the Euro gets weaker to plan our European vacation?" While I am certain to be viewed as a biased source of information on this topic, and considering the fact that no one I know has a crystal ball able to predict exchange rates, I will nevertheless plunge ahead and give my reasons and justifications for taking that vacation to Europe this year. Exchange Rate. No one can predict what the future will hold, but some "experts" have surmised that the dollar may fall to as low as 1.5 Euros before the bloodbath is over. At the time of writing, the rate seems to have stabilized in the short term at around 1.25 or so. It's hard to see the dollar strengthening anytime soon, given the huge deficit and slow economy. Waiting for the dollar to strengthen may leave you waiting a long time. But maybe things aren't as bad as you think. Historically, Things Average Out. I've been traveling to Europe since the mid 1970s, and it's always seemed to me that prices have slowly risen as hotels adapted higher standards and the economy reacted to general increases in living standards, especially in Southern Europe. These changes seemed slow and steady, and largely independent of major short-term fluctuations in the exchange rate. See the next argument for a free market reason why I may not have noticed currency fluctuations much during my travels. The Equal and Opposite Reaction. With the sharp decline in US visitors to Europe we've seen over these past couple of years, hotels are finally lowering their rates, recognizing that their excess supply of rooms may continue unless something is done to entice visitors. For example Arthur Frommer reports that London "hotels of five-star quality (are) charging less than $150 for a double room that would normally cost $400." This is how the Free Market is supposed to work; when things get too expensive for people to buy, prices must drop to "incent" them. It's happening for hotel rooms, airfares, and other tourist-only items right now. The effect may be that your vacation cost won't be as high as you might think compared to previous years. Just don't expect to buy standard European goods at a discount--shopping at home is recommended when the dollar is week. Last year I walked into a great looking hotel in Chaves, Portugal, only to notice the sign on the desk proclaiming that all rooms were 90 Euros. When the clerk asked to help me, I pointed out that the room was too expensive and turned to leave--but fortunately not before she offered the room at 60 Euros, a price she quoted as standard for these tough tourist times. While still expensive for Portugal, the room offered 4 star, air conditioned comfort with a great view of the castle from the balcony, and the most elegant bathroom we've ever bathed in. Things Change. An argument put forth by Carol Field and others is that European traditions are fading quickly in a multi cultural, easily traveled world. While independent of exchange rate, this argument, for me, is a compelling one, especially as Starbucks and McDonalds replace small, family run cafes and restaurants and Europe starts to look more and more like main street USA. I don't travel to experience the same things I can at home, and it's why I have to dig deeper and deeper to find places that celebrate those rapidly disappearing cultural differences. The price of gas and the doomsday scenario. Many experts suggest that the price of gasoline will have to rise sharply to cover the cost of recovering oil from the neglected wells in Iraq (yes, oil wells go bad, I've read) and this increase is likely to spike after the elections and continue on an upward trend. Europe, it seems to me, is in a much better position to weather these increases in the short term, as they offer alternative modes of public transportation. Even Worse: There is no doubt that oil is an increasingly rare commodity in an energy hungry world, and steadily rising prices will effect most of us around the globe equally. (Studies of Peak Oil and Gas ( pdf ) have predicted the production of Oil peaking at the end of this decade, and slowly declining thereafter.) This is my doomsday strategy, "go while you can, who knows what economic nastiness lurks around the next corner as we run out of energy sources." Have a different view? Why not submit a rebuttal through our submittal form ? How to offset the dollar's weakness without sacrificing your vacation Fun? 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Chicago Vacation Rentals section

Chicago - Vacation Rentals .com #1 Vacation Rentals Directory Beach Houses & Vacation Homes Contact Owners Direct... Home List Your Rental Help Home Owner Login About Us Disclaimer More Vacation Rentals World : United States : illinois : Chicago Our Chicago Vacation Rentals section features the following homes, villas, cabins, cottages or condos listed below. Please click on the description to view any of the Chicago Rentals you see listed for more information. Chicago illinois Rentals are added and updated every week, so please bookmark us and visit again. Be sure to check out Gary, Indiana (23 miles), Beverly Shores, Indiana (36 miles), and Gurnee (38 miles) for additional vacation rental choices. Notice a problem with our distances? Report it here. Photo's available Pets? please inquire Swimming pool Jacuzzi Availability Calendar Type Bed Bath Sleeps Rates or Community House 3 2 2-10 $1450-$1750 USD/wk Lake Michigan Beachfront Cottage Duplex 3 2 6 $1950-$2800 USD/wk Chicago Guest House Condo 2 2 6-7 $1400-$2000 USD/wk Unmatched Luxury & Convenience to Chicago's Culture & Beauty VacationRentals.com is quickly becoming one of the largest and most useful specialized travel site on the internet for finding vacation rental homes. With its intelligent search engine, VacationRentals.com is the easiest place for travelers to find and rent unique vacation rentals including cabins, beach house, villas, bed and breakfasts and other vacation lodging. VacationRentals.com is the most efficient means for owners to promote their rental properties. ©1997-2005 VacationRentals.com LLC All Rights Reserved.

Austria Travel

Austria Travel Information | Lonely Planet Destination Guide worldguide | shop | thorn tree forum | travel services | travel ticker | theme guides | on the road | postcards | travel links : Explore Austria Austria Music, art and story-book scenery: Austria takes the sacher torte . At a Glance Fast Facts WORLDGUIDE Introduction Background Info See Image Gallery Events Transport Money RELATED Thorn Tree Forum Postcards Travel Links More Places Check out our other destinations: Within Austria Salzburg Vienna View Map Click here Feature Attraction Krimml Falls These triple-level falls are an inspiring sight and attract hordes of visitors in summer. In winter, the slopes above Krimml village become a ski area, ... more Austria has few peers as a year-round holiday destination, with plenty of winter sports in the Alps, some of the most impressive and overblown architecture in Europe and an unrivalled musical tradition that even The Sound of Music couldn't sully. The cities have plenty to engage visitors. Vienna is the capital, hub of the country's musical life and littered with beautiful buildings. Music, art and architecture reach baroque perfection in Salzburg, Mozart's birthplace. Innsbruck's snow-capped peaks frame its fascinating historic buildings. Factoid Men In Hats Perhaps the most unusual Austrian festival is Perchtenlaufen , held every January in Sazburger Land. The highlight is a street procession with men wearing heavy ornamental headdress, accompanied by younger men dressed as women. SPONSORED LINKS Enquire Accomodation Reviews Find Lonely Planet author reviewed places to stay * Required Fields Country * Please select Argentina Australia Austria Belgium Brazil Canada China Cuba Czech Republic Denmark Egypt England Estonia Finland France Germany Hungary Iceland India Ireland Israel & the Palestinian Territories Italy Japan Malaysia Mexico Morocco Netherlands New Zealand Poland Portugal Russia Scotland South Africa South Korea Spain Sweden Taiwan Thailand Turkey USA United Arab Emirates Vietnam City * Please select Travel Services · Flights · Hostels · Hotels · Travel Insurance More Services › Disclaimer: We've tried to make theinformation on this web site as accurate as possible, but it isprovided 'as is' and we accept no responsibility for any loss, injuryor inconvenience sustained by anyone resulting from this information.You should verify critical information (like visas, health and safety,customs and transportation) with the relevant authorities before youtravel. text & images © lonely planet 2005 about us | privacy | feedback | advertising FAQs worldguide | shop | thorn tree forum | travel services | travel ticker | theme guides | on the road | postcards | travel links

European Vacation [VHS] (1985)

National Lampoon's European Vacation [VHS] video online at Movies Unlimited NOTE: This Title Is Out Of Print; Limit One Per Customer. " What's New VHS MOVIES Out-of-Print Titles > Policies and Procedures > Security and Privacy Home Order Online Shopping Basket Contact Us About Us My Account © 1978-2005 Movies Unlimited Search By: Title Actor Director Browse Categories: DVD VHS Oscars on Video Movie Poster Books Gift Certificates Movie Links Our Gigantic 800 Page Print Catalog Click Here for E-mail Updates Webmasters Affiliate Program National Lampoon's European Vacation [VHS] (1985) The Griswold family is off on another hilarious holiday, and while America is safe, the Old World may never recover! Watch as Chevy Chase, Beverly D'Angelo and their kids raise havoc from London to Rome on a wacky continental comedy trip. 94 min. NOTE: This Title Is Out Of Print; Limit One Per Customer. Category: Comedy Director: Amy Heckerling Cast:   John Astin , Sylvie Badalati , Paul Bartel , Chevy Chase , Robbie Coltrane , Beverly D'Angelo , Malcolm Danare , Dana Hill , Eric Idle , Sheila Kennedy , Maureen Lipman , Angus MacKay , Mel Smith , William Zabka Also Available: DVD Rated: PG13 Color Regularly $9.99 $2.99 VHS #191474 ^ back to top Also featured in our 800-page catalog ... Spinal Tap: Break Like The Wind--The Videos [VHS] Rock's venerable heavy metal specialists perform "Bitch School" (both the MTV and original versions) and "The Majesty of Rock" in this program featuring Nigel Tufnel, Derek Smalls and David St. Hubbins. 12 min. Category: Concerts and Performing Arts $14.99 VHS #074082 ^ back to top The Groove Tube [VHS] (1974) Hilarious cult comedy spoofing TV programs and commercials offers wild gags, sexy ladies, witty satire and early appearances by Chevy Chase, Richard Belzer and Paul Bartel, plus singer Buzzy Linhart and porn star Jennifer Welles. There's play-by-play of the "Sexual Olympics"; commercials for "Geritan" and "Butz Beer"; a wild adventure series called "The Dealers"; and a sleazy kid's show. 74 min. Category: Comedy Director: Ken Shapiro Cast:   Richard Belzer , Chevy Chase , Buzzy Linhart , Paul Norman , Jennifer Welles Also Available: DVD Rated: R Color $19.99 VHS #031013 ^ back to top Tunnelvision [VHS] (1976) It's the "television of the future" and it's unlike anything you've ever seen! Join Chevy Chase, Franken and Davis, Betty Thomas, Howard Hesseman, Laraine Newman, Ernie Anderson, Phil Proctor, Ron Silver, and Gerrit Graham in this wild look at TV insanity. 68 min. Category: Comedy Director: Neal Israel Cast:   Ernie Anderson , Chevy Chase , Tom Davis , Joe Flaherty , Al Franken , Gerrit Graham , Howard Hesseman , Rick Hurst , Laraine Newman , Phil Proctor , William Schallert , Ron Silver , Betty Thomas Rated: R Color Was $14.99 $9.99 VHS #506321 ^ back to top Caddyshack [VHS] (1980) Riotous comedy set in an elite country club features Rodney Dangerfield as a loud and loutish new member, Chevy Chase as the egotistical club pro, Bill Murray as a crazed groundskeeper, and the pesky Mr. Gopher. The plot revolves around a not-so friendly game of golf between Dangerfield, Chase and stuffy judge Ted Knight. Co-stars Michael O'Keefe. 98 min. NOTE: This Title Is Out Of Print; Limit One Per Customer. Category: Comedy Director: Harold Ramis Cast:   Chevy Chase , Scott Colomby , Rodney Dangerfield , Brian Doyle-Murray , Ted Knight , Cindy Morgan , Bill Murray , Michael O'Keefe , Harold Ramis , Albert Salmi , Henry Wilcoxon Also Available: DVD Rated: R Color Was $19.99 $49.99 VHS #192824 ^ back to top Caddyshack II [VHS] (1988) Just when you thought it was safe to head back to the green, those loonies from the links are back in an all-new comedy smash. Jackie Mason, Robert Stack, Dan Aykroyd, Dyan Cannon and Jonathan Silverman star, with Chevy Chase and "Chuck Rodent" reprising their roles from the original. 93 min. Category: Comedy Director: Allan Arkush Cast:   Dan Aykroyd , Paul Bartel , Dyan Cannon , Chevy Chase , Jessica Lundy , Jackie Mason , Brian McNamara , Dina Merrill , Randy Quaid , Jonathan Silverman , Robert Stack , Marsha Warfield Also Available: DVD Rated: PG Color Was $14.99 $12.74 VHS #191676 ^ back to top National Lampoon's European Vacation [VHS] (1985) The Griswold family is off on another hilarious holiday, and while America is safe, the Old World may never recover! Watch as Chevy Chase, Beverly D'Angelo and their kids raise havoc from London to Rome on a wacky continental comedy trip. 94 min. NOTE: This Title Is Out Of Print; Limit One Per Customer. Category: Comedy Director: Amy Heckerling Cast:   John Astin , Sylvie Badalati , Paul Bartel , Chevy Chase , Robbie Coltrane , Beverly D'Angelo , Malcolm Danare , Dana Hill , Eric Idle , Sheila Kennedy , Maureen Lipman , Angus MacKay , Mel Smith , William Zabka Also Available: DVD Rated: PG13 Color Regularly $9.99 $2.99 VHS #191474 ^ back to top Vegas Vacation [VHS] (1997) It's a sure bet for comical calamity when Chevy Chase, Beverly D'Angelo and their offspring pack up the car and head for the neon lights of Las Vegas. Once there, the Griswold kids get mixed up with mobsters and go-go dancers, D'Angelo is wooed by Wayne Newton, and Chevy winds up on stage with Siegfried and Roy. Randy Quaid also stars. 98 min. NOTE: This Title Is Out Of Print; Limit One Per Customer. Category: Comedy Director: Stephen Kessler Cast:   Sid Caesar , Chevy Chase , Beverly D'Angelo , Ethan Embry , Wayne Newton , Roy A. Nunez , Randy Quaid , Wallace Shawn , Julia Sweeney Also Available: DVD Rated: PG13 Color Was $19.99 $14.99 VHS #192536 ^ back to top Vacation Giftset [VHS] What's cheaper than a family trip to Wally World and even more fun? How about this boxed collector's set featuring Chevy Chase starring in all four "Vacation" comedies? Category: Comedy Cast:   Chevy Chase Also Available: DVD Color Was $39.99 $35.99 VHS #192389 ^ back to top Deal Of The Century [VHS] (1983) Chevy Chase gets mixed up in the illegal arms race in this comedy filled with wackiness and zany sight gags, as well as some timely spoofing of nuclear proliferation. Sigourney Weaver, Gregory Hines co-star; directed by William Friedkin. 96 min. NOTE: This Title Is Out Of Print; Limit One Per Customer. Category: Comedy Director: William Friedkin Cast:   Chevy Chase , Robert Cornthwaite , Vince Edwards , David Haskell , Richard Herd , Gregory Hines , Graham Jarvis , Richard Libertini , Maurice Marsac , Pepe Serna , Wallace Shawn , Ebbe Roe Smith , Sigourney Weaver Also Available: DVD Rated: PG Color Regularly $14.99 $9.99 VHS #191304 ^ back to top Spies Like Us [VHS] (1985) Chevy Chase and Dan Aykroyd are two bumbling agents on a top secret assignment to foil a group of international missile maniacs. But they're the ones who get foiled, hung upside down, and lost, a lot, in this frantic comedy feast. Co-stars Donna Dixon, Steve Forrest. 103 min. Category: Comedy Director: John Landis Cast:   Vanessa Angel , Michael Apted , Dan Aykroyd , Bernie Casey , Chevy Chase , James Daughton , Bruce Davison , Donna Dixon , Steve Forrest , Matt Frewer , Terry Gilliam , Ray Harryhausen , Bob Hope , B.B. King , Charles McKeown , Frank Oz , William Prince , Sam Raimi Also Available: DVD Rated: PG Was $14.99 $12.74 VHS #191505 ^ back to top Dirty Work [VHS] (1998) "SNL" alumnus Norm MacDonald stars as a guy who is fed up with the stupidity and evil doings of others. Using his lifelong knack for retaliation, he sets up a company dedicated to carrying out the revenge plots of its customers. Artie Lange, Jack Warden, Christopher McDonald and Chevy Chase co-star, with cameos by Chris Farley and Adam Sandler; Philly's own Bob Saget directs. 82 min. NOTE: This Title Is Out Of Print; Limit One Per Customer. Category: Comedy Director: Bob Saget Cast:   Chevy Chase , Chris Farley , John Goodman , Traylor Howard , Artie Lange , Christopher McDonald , Ken Norton , Don Rickles , Adam Sandler , Jack Warden Also Available: DVD Rated: PG13 Color Was $99.99 $14.99 VHS #123260 ^ back to top ^ back to top

Family Vacation Ideas Winter

Disney Vacations-- tips for planning family Disney Vacations  You are here: About > Travel > Travel with Kids > Disney Vacations Travel Travel with Kids Essentials Family Vacation Ideas Winter and Spring Break All-Inclusive Resorts Ten Latest Family Travel Deals Family Resorts: top places; photos Articles & Resources Family Travel: What's Hot Top Vacation Spots VT, ME, NH, CT, MA, NY, PA Mexico Family Vacations Caribbean Vacations More Beach Vacations Florida Family Vacations Resorts with Water Park More Family Resorts Fun Places for Kids Disney Vacations Family Cruises Babies;Teens;Single Parents Lots More Destinations Family Travel TIPS, GAMES Buyer's Guide TAKE ALONG: Christmas books Christmas flicks Activity Kits more CHRISTMAS GIFT IDEAS Forums Help FREE Newsletter Sign Up Now for the Travel with Kids newsletter! See Online Courses   Search Travel with Kids > Disney Vacations Disney Vacations Yes, they can seem daunting the first time; but there are good reasons families return for Disney Vacations year after year. Be sure to check the FOLDERS on the right, to find what you need. Subtopics Disney World Vacations (16) Disney Cruises @ Disneyland California (13) Articles & Resources Sort By : Guide Picks | Alphabetical | Recent Disney Vacations: Best Time to Visit To choose the best month for your family visit you should consider crowds, weather, park hours, and special events. Disney Vacations : WDW With four major theme parks, Walt Disney World is a vast destination that can overwhelm families. Click here for: Top Ten Tips for visiting; considerations before you book lodgings; resort reviews; lots more. Magic Your Way - new way to buy Disney Vacations Guests staying at a WDW Resort now have a flexible way to buy theme park tickets: and the daily price gets cheaper the longer you stay. "Magic Your Way" offers many options; be sure to check out the Dining plan. Disney Vacations: Family Adventures "Family Adventures" are typically small-group tours in the Great Outdoors; the itinerary is best-of-the-best, all details are handled, and guests just let the good times roll. Up to now, this niche has belonged to adventure companies who offer special family trips. Now, Disney is debuting "Adventures by Disney" with trial trips to Hawaii and "Quest for the West" including Yellowstone. Disney Vacations - Family Reunions Planning a family reunion can mean difficult logistics, plus huge pressure deciding where to go. Those folk at Disney want to de-stress this mess, with new online planning tools. There are also special entertainment options, for "Magical Gatherings" and "Grand Gatherings" (--groups of eight or more.) Disney Vacations: Cruises Disney vacation cruises are generally considered a top family cruise choice, with excellent kids programs and top-quality entertainment. Cruises leave from the east coast of Florida, not far from Orlando; many people do a combined Disney Vacation, i.e. theme parks-plus-cruise. Tokyo and Paris Disneylands Net links for the international Disneylands.        Topic Index | Email to a Friend Our Story | Be a Guide | Advertising Info | Work at About | Site Map | Icons | Help User Agreement | Ethics Policy | Patent Info. | Privacy Policy | Kids' Privacy Policy ©2005 About, Inc., A part of the New York Times Company . All rights reserved. Around About New Video iPod - Review POLL: Must-Have Gadgets VIDEO: Portable Gaming VIDEO: Choosing a TV Hugh Hefner's Life What's Hot Grand Floridian Chinese New Year - 2006 Poconos Great Wolf Lodge photo Dog Friendly Hotels, inns, lodges -- find dog-friendly vacat... Kwanzaa Headlines Bunch of family travel deals Latest deals added include a January Travel Special at the... First Nights! "First Night" events celebrate New Year's with family-friendly festivities-- and... Top Family Travel Trends in 2005 It's that time of year... to pause the mad dash... Bookmark the NORAD Tracks Santa site! It's not a family trip, but it's certainly a trip...